Harlequins thrash Vannes 57-19 in Challenge Cup opener

Harlequins beat RC Vannes 57-19 at Twickenham Stoop on 18 October to open their 2026-27 European Challenge Cup, Europe's second-tier competition, BBC Sport reports. Quins, bottom of the Prem after three defeats, led 26-14 at half-time then ran in nine tries in their first appearance at this stage since 2018.